Need some friends to motivate please

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  • BEquality
    BEquality Posts: 58 Member
    I'm brand new here too (this is my first post, after lurking for a couple days). Discovered the app via a friend... and then the website, because it's easier to log everything with it. (My current phone can be slow, often.) Only been logging my food and exercise intake for a few days. I'm leery of weighing myself (long story) but I think I will soon because I want to have accurate weight loss info... I need to take "before" pictures too. But anyway, nvm me... welcome, Laura! :)
  • Stopin_da_yoyo
    Stopin_da_yoyo Posts: 138 Member
    You can add me. I log daily. Im quirky and new on here also.motivate and be motivated by others!! ;)
  • chelee143
    chelee143 Posts: 4 Member
    Hello...

    I know exactly how you feel, it is very hard to get motivated after an illness. I am still at times struggling with working out and strength issues with what some of the meds did to me. I also need to lose 30-35 pounds. Feel free to add me as a friend.
  • Rasha90s
    Rasha90s Posts: 3
    Hey carol, i hope you're feeling better.
    I have been on MFP for a while now and have been trying different beachbody workouts.
    Feel free to add me, we can motivate each other :)
  • jdawgs0314
    jdawgs0314 Posts: 34
    feel free to add me. i am on here everyday.
  • Cerakoala
    Cerakoala Posts: 2,547 Member
    Hello Laura :) Nice to meet you :) I think this is the perfect site for what you are looking for :) There are so many positive people to help you and give ideas here etc :) Feel free to add me if you would like :) I have been on the path to a healthier me for about 3 years now :) I still learn/try new things everyday :) I love sharing recipes and workout routines also :) Best of luck! You can do this :)
  • ks292909
    ks292909 Posts: 2
    Hi Carroll
    I'm brand new to MFP and also looking for friends to share ideas, recipes, exercise motivation etc. I'm starting a Kettlebell routine ( as soon as my kettlebell gets here) it's a good way to build core strength, work several muscle groups at the same time while having a cardio workout all in one. I tried a class for free and was hooked. I cannot afford to go to a lot of classes so I'm buying a 8kg kettlebell (aprox. 18 I'bs) and there are lots of beginner routines through youtube to get me started. I have arthritis in my hips/knees/ankles so I stick to walking and activities that don't put a lot of strain on my joints.
    I haven't completed my profile yet. I'm a mother of 6 with 5 grown kids ages : 29 to 19 and I have a 5 year old. I'm 47 and headed towards menopause :-) I want to get into better physical shape and lose weight so I can keep up with my 5 year old and enjoy life to the fullest. Look forward to hearing more about you
    Take care
    Kelly

    Kelly, can you please post the link to the kettleball routines you would recommend on youtube? (if that's allowed) I have heard this is a great way to get in shape! I really need to build my core strength and hope it will tone my arms as well. I'm already in menopause and boy the weight has really snuck up on me :( Hoping to find a way to lose weight so that I don't feel my age...I have a 12 year old that I want to keep up with, and I also don't want her to be embarrassed by her mom being overweight!
  • Cerakoala
    Cerakoala Posts: 2,547 Member
    I'm brand new here too (this is my first post, after lurking for a couple days). Discovered the app via a friend... and then the website, because it's easier to log everything with it. (My current phone can be slow, often.) Only been logging my food and exercise intake for a few days. I'm leery of weighing myself (long story) but I think I will soon because I want to have accurate weight loss info... I need to take "before" pictures too. But anyway, nvm me... welcome, Laura! :)
    Welcome to you also :) As much as you do not want to weigh or take pics I highly suggest it. It gives you an idea of where you are at, will help motivate you, and when you do reach goal you will wish you had taken those measurements/pics earlier :) Don't do just the scale though measure your body too!
  • l2carroll
    l2carroll Posts: 8 Member
    Sorry just saw this. Apologies for calling you Carroll, Laura :)

    Nice to meet you and hopefully I can be a good influence :)

    Not a problem at all, I get that a lot. :)
  • Buffalospiritdancer
    Buffalospiritdancer Posts: 15
    Hey Laura, my Wife has been on MFP for awhile now, and I joined last week. It is a wonderful site as you already know, and feel free to add me if you are still looking for friends and motivation. :) David
  • cindylay
    cindylay Posts: 11 Member
    Hi Laura,

    Interesting to see your post as I logged in specifically for the same reason! I would like to friend you if that's okay. I am especially interested in getting ideas by seeing what other folks eat.

    Cindy
  • BEquality
    BEquality Posts: 58 Member
    I'm brand new here too (this is my first post, after lurking for a couple days). Discovered the app via a friend... and then the website, because it's easier to log everything with it. (My current phone can be slow, often.) Only been logging my food and exercise intake for a few days. I'm leery of weighing myself (long story) but I think I will soon because I want to have accurate weight loss info... I need to take "before" pictures too. But anyway, nvm me... welcome, Laura! :)
    Welcome to you also :) As much as you do not want to weigh or take pics I highly suggest it. It gives you an idea of where you are at, will help motivate you, and when you do reach goal you will wish you had taken those measurements/pics earlier :) Don't do just the scale though measure your body too!

    Thank you, @Cerakoala! :) My apologies for my late reply. I tried to reply sooner but lost the comment I'd typed.

    I didn't have a problem with taking pictures so much as weighing myself. But I did it, and it was a good thing. I really overestimated what I weigh. :) I wish we'd had a scale when I started, but oh well. I do still need to take my measurements though. I sew and craft a lot so I have a tape measure. :)

    For places to track with my measurements, I was thinking… neck, shoulders, bust, chest, bicep (I don't really have much of one right now), waist, hips, thigh, and calf. Is that good or should I track more?
  • katie0283
    katie0283 Posts: 1
    Hi Laura - I'm looking for a few friends for motivation too! It's actually the reason I logged on today. If you don't mind I'd like to add you as a friend :) Katie

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